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Opinion: Federal business development program works for Alaskans

Every Alaskan should be paying attention to the status of the 8(a) program.

Serum Run musher Gunnar Kaasen poses with Balto, a leader on his mushing team. Alaska State Library Portrait File

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Long after run to glory, Balto lives on

A dog that pulled his way into history has given scientists insight into what makes Alaska sled dogs…

Serum Run musher Gunnar Kaasen poses with Balto, a leader on his mushing team. Alaska State Library Portrait File

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Long after run to glory, Balto lives on

A dog that pulled his way into history has given scientists insight into what makes Alaska sled dogs…

Xyla, 8-month-old female. Photo courtesy Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pet of the Week: Xyla

She’s the most loving girl with a big heart.

Mike O'Meara. Cartoon for March 12, 2026.

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Letters to the Editor

Foundation supports skating facility

Former Gov. Frank Murkowski speaks on a range of subjects during an interview with the Juneau Empire in May 2019. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

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Recognizing Southeast Alaska as a mining district

Many Alaskans and folks Outside, including in Congress, do not realize that the Tongass National Forest is a…

Larry Persily. (Juneau Empire file photo)

Opinion

Opinion: The only smart bet is always the sure thing

Alaskans like to take chances, buy raffle tickets and place bets. Whether fun trips to Vegas, time at…

Van Abbott is a long-time resident of Alaska and California and a full-time opinion writer. Photo courtesy Van Abbott

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Opinion: The price of war is posted at the gas pump

Trump’s tariffs and expanding conflict are driving the next inflation wave.

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Years Ago

Homer happenings from years past

Opinion

Opinion: Federal business development program works for Alaskans

Every Alaskan should be paying attention to the status of the 8(a) program.

Kyle Franklin Tolva

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Kyle Franklin Tolva

November, 26, 1988 - November, 11, 2025

Mike O'Meara, cartoon for March 5, 2026.

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Letters to the Editor

Homer Cycling Club thanks Homer Foundation

Wynn, 1-year-old female. Photo courtesy Homer Animal Shelter

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Pet of the Week: Wynn

This special girl would be a wonderful shop or barn cat.